Agricultural Inspector Salary in Ohio (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Agricultural Inspectors in Ohio, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Ohio Median
$69,280
per year
Hourly Rate
$33.31
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+39% vs US median
US median $49,940
State Rank
#3 of 43
210 employed here

How much does an Agricultural Inspector make in Ohio?

Agricultural Inspectors in Ohio take home a median of $69,280 annually — roughly $33.31 an hour — which runs 39% above the national median of $49,940.

Within Ohio, entry-level pay starts around $51,810 while the top 10% make $79,440 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $58,160 and $71,860 a year.

Agricultural Inspector salary range in Ohio

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$51,810$24.91
25th percentile (early career)$58,160$27.96
50th percentile (median)$69,280$33.31
75th percentile (experienced)$71,860$34.55
90th percentile (top earners)$79,440$38.19

How Ohio compares

Ohio ranks 3rd out of 43 states and territories for Agricultural Inspector pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Minnesota$77,150
2New York$73,920
3Ohio$69,280
4Michigan$65,730
5Vermont$63,630

Working as an Agricultural Inspector in Ohio

Nationally, about 14,000 people work as Agricultural Inspectors in the United States. No college degree is required — most training happens on the job.

Considering a move? Compare Ohio pay ($69,280) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does an Agricultural Inspector make in Ohio?
The median Agricultural Inspector salary in Ohio is $69,280 per year, or about $33.31 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $51,810 at the entry level to $79,440 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Ohio pay compare to the national average?
Ohio pays Agricultural Inspectors about 39% more than the national median of $49,940. Ohio ranks 3rd out of 43 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Ohio a good state for Agricultural Inspectors?
Yes on pay — Ohio pays above the national median for this occupation, at $69,280 a year. About 210 Agricultural Inspectors are employed in Ohio. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Ohio?
The highest-paying occupations in Ohio include Surgeon, All Other ($554,220), Cardiologist ($504,260), Anesthesiologist ($490,530), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.